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Whiz Kids: T.C. Williams High School Band

Band wins top honors at Festival Disney

Congratulations to our Whiz Kids of the Week:

T.C. Williams High School Band

Last month, T.C. Williams High School Band traveled to Disney World and performed in Festival Disney.

T.C.'s top band, Symphonic I, earned a Superior rating and took second place honors for the weekend, receiving a Disney Silver award. The combined Symphonic II and Symphonic 9 band also earned a Superior rating for their performance. The T.C. Jazz Band, combining the freshmen band and the upperclassmen band, earned an Excellent rating.

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What are the keys to the band’s success?

Band Director Brian Thomas  says, “Hard work, dedication and private lessons.  Many of our students strive to music at the highest level possible and either take private lessons, or come in for help/enrichment after school.”

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What keeps the kids motivated and engaged?
Thomas shared that "motivation comes through the desire to be able to perform on a higher level and play more complex pieces. Students also motivate each other to do better and become more proficient."

Thomas said, "The students were elated when they found out they placed 2nd and received superior ratings!"

Kudos to the Whiz Kids in the TC Williams High School Band!

You can enjoy the T.C. bands at their upcoming spring concerts, featuring the Jazz Bands on May 18, Symphonic I on May 24 and Concert Band, Symphonic II and Symphonic 9 on May 25. All concerts start at 7:30 p.m. in the T.C. Williams auditorium. For more information, contact the T.C. Williams Band Department at 703-824-6800.

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